The exhibition Tales of Kush offers an exploration of the artists’ artistic superiority and an impertinent plea for artists to use their art to connect with their cultural heritage ARTS | DOMINIC MUWANGUZI | Everywhere Sudanese artists have exhibited, they have caused a storm of excitement, respect and …
Read More »Comeback King JX Deejay is Season 3 Scratch master
Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Supremacy Lounge witnessed the epic finale of the Real DJ Scratch Battle Season 3 as powered by Smirnoff. This grand showdown served as the ultimate platform to spotlight upcoming and underground deejaying talent who serve as heartbeat of Uganda’s buzzing nightlife. Eleven contestants converged …
Read More »Harry and Meghan to produce Afghan war film for Netflix
The couple’s production company Archewell is developing a feature film for Netflix based on the book No Way Out by Major Adam Jowet New York, US | BBC | The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are to make a film based on a true story of British troops under siege …
Read More »Smirnoff boosts DJ Scratch Battle set for May 31
Kampala, Uganda | ENTERTAINMENT | Smirnoff Uganda will sponsor the 2026 DJ Scratch Battle, set to climax on Sunday, 31st May 2026, at Supremacy Lounge. This partnership marks a major step in Smirnoff’s mission to celebrate the DJs who serve as the heartbeat of Uganda’s vibrant nightlife. Building on the energy …
Read More »Reach A Hand Africa film ‘The Unforgivable’ earns 6 Uganda Film Festival nominations
Kampala, Uganda | ENTERTAINMENT | The Unforgivable, an advocacy film by Reach A Hand Africa that highlights men’s involvement in family planning, has earned six nominations in various categories at the Uganda Film Festival, 2026. Produced by Reach A Hand Africa Chief Executive Officer Humphrey Nabimanya, the film is part of …
Read More »Azawi, Winnie Nwagi, King Saha and Dax Vibes join 4th Absa KH3-7 Hills Run
Kampala, Uganda | ENTERTAINMENT | Absa Bank Uganda, in partnership with the Kampala Hash House Harriers (KH3), has announced a star-studded entertainment lineup for the fourth edition of the Absa KH3 7 Hills Run, scheduled for Sunday, 17th May 2026. Headlining the post-race cool-down at the Millennium Grounds, Lugogo are …
Read More »Smirnoff ignites the party at the Vibe Tribe Kyambogo edition
Kampala, Uganda | ENTERTAINMENT | The spirit of vibrant authenticity was unmissable last week as Smirnoff joined the Vibe Tribe at the Good Shepherd Hostel at Kyambogo University. In a collaboration with MTN, Jumia, and NRG Radio, the event transformed the hostel grounds into a playground of music, style, …
Read More »Musician Spice visits Bulange Mengo
Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Jamaican Dancehall Queen Spice has visited the seat of Buganda Kingdom at Bulange Mengo today in one of her week-long cultural immersion programmes in Uganda. The immersion was organized by the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) and Buganda Kingdom ahead of her maiden concert …
Read More »UTB backs Spice’s maiden Uganda concert
Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | The Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) has announced its sponsorship of the first-ever performance by Jamaican dancehall queen Spice in Uganda. The concert, organised by Africa One Ltd, will take place on Saturday, 9th May 2026 at Lugogo Cricket Oval Kampala and is the headline …
Read More »Captain Morgan opens Vibes Nzuri Calendar with Party and Play
Kampala, Uganda | ENTERTAINMENT | There are days you remember. And then there are days that refuse to be forgotten. This year’s first edition of Vibes Nzuri with Captain Morgan was firmly unforgettable. Gazebo Grill in Najjera became the captain’s yard last Saturday with interactive group activities, vibrant energy, and authentic …
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